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Reconsidering Libertines and Early Modern Heterosexuality: Sex and American Founder Gouverneur Morris.

Authors :
FOSTER, THOMAS
Source :
Journal of the History of Sexuality. Jan2013, Vol. 22 Issue 1, p65-84. 20p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

An essay is presented on the history of libertines and heterosexuality in the 18th century as expressed in the diaries of American founder Gouverneur Morris. The author explores libertine principles and how they could be applied to different aspects of life, discusses the sexual identity and sexual practices of Morris, and analyzes male sexual attitudes toward marriage and heterosexual love.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10434070
Volume :
22
Issue :
1
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of the History of Sexuality
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
84933586
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7560/JHS22103